AOR CU8232 Remote Control Interface Instructions
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Figure 1
The [PROGRAM] socket is the primary receiver connection used for computer
control. This port also takes power from the receiver (when the AR8000 is
switched On).
Should you wish to CLONE data between two AR8000 receivers, connect the
second ribbon cable to the socket labelled [COPY].
2.Remove the battery compartment lid of the AR8000 using a downward sliding
motion.
Figure 2
Locate the remote control socket which is located at the bottom edge of the
battery compartment. Insert the ribbon...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-3.png "Page 4
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Figure 1
The [PROGRAM] socket is the primary receiver connection used for computer
control. This port also takes power from the receiver (when the AR8000 is
switched On).
Should you wish to CLONE data between two AR8000 receivers, connect the
second ribbon cable to the socket labelled [COPY].
2.Remove the battery compartment lid of the AR8000 using a downward sliding
motion.
Figure 2
Locate the remote control socket which is located at the bottom edge of the
battery compartment. Insert the ribbon...")
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It may be difficult to insert the flat cable into the CU8232 socket for the first time
as they are necessarily quite tight. If this is the case, try inserting with a little
upward pressure, it should become easier the next time. DO NOT APPLY
EXCESSIVE STRESS TO THE FLAT CABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
A DC voltage is fed to the CU8232 by the AR8000 connected to the [PROGRAM]
socket. When the receiver is switched On, the AR8000 DATA is routed to the
RS232 connector.
If a second receiver is...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-4.png "Page 5
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It may be difficult to insert the flat cable into the CU8232 socket for the first time
as they are necessarily quite tight. If this is the case, try inserting with a little
upward pressure, it should become easier the next time. DO NOT APPLY
EXCESSIVE STRESS TO THE FLAT CABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
A DC voltage is fed to the CU8232 by the AR8000 connected to the [PROGRAM]
socket. When the receiver is switched On, the AR8000 DATA is routed to the
RS232 connector.
If a second receiver is...")
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¶ Always press the [ENT] key of the AR8000 in RECEIVE mode first so that
it is ready to accept data.
¶ Press the [CLEAR] key of the receiver prior to the retry if the failure is
due to incorrect connections or an error in key sequence.
6.An alternative method may be used to connect two AR8000 receivers for data
CLONE. Two CU8232 interfaces may be employed with each AR8000
connected to the [PROGRAM] socket. The RS232 9-pin connectors are
linked using a three wire crossed cable:...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-5.png "Page 6
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¶ Always press the [ENT] key of the AR8000 in RECEIVE mode first so that
it is ready to accept data.
¶ Press the [CLEAR] key of the receiver prior to the retry if the failure is
due to incorrect connections or an error in key sequence.
6.An alternative method may be used to connect two AR8000 receivers for data
CLONE. Two CU8232 interfaces may be employed with each AR8000
connected to the [PROGRAM] socket. The RS232 9-pin connectors are
linked using a three wire crossed cable:...")
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Connect the AR8000 to the [PROGRAM] socket of the CU8232 as outlined earlier
in section (3) and figure 1.
Connection to a computer is via the rear panel RS232C 9-pin “D” type female
socket. Should you require a male socket then a 9-pin gender changer is
supplied in the package. Should you prefer to use a 25-way “D” type female
socket, an adaptor is also supplied as standard.
Always use a straight RS232 cable (null modem is not to be used!). The RS232
cable should be of good quality and no more...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-6.png "Page 7
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Connect the AR8000 to the [PROGRAM] socket of the CU8232 as outlined earlier
in section (3) and figure 1.
Connection to a computer is via the rear panel RS232C 9-pin “D” type female
socket. Should you require a male socket then a 9-pin gender changer is
supplied in the package. Should you prefer to use a 25-way “D” type female
socket, an adaptor is also supplied as standard.
Always use a straight RS232 cable (null modem is not to be used!). The RS232
cable should be of good quality and no more...")
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If the terminal program has not be configured an error message will appear
(depending upon the serial port / mouse configuration). Click on [OK] to continue.
Figure 8
TERMINAL will open and appear on the screen. You may re-size or maximise the
screen at this point.
Figure 9
Click on the
Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be configured. Click on
“TERMINAL EMULATION” then select “ANSI” then click on [OK].
Figure 10
WINDOWS TERMINAL](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-8.png "Page 9
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If the terminal program has not be configured an error message will appear
(depending upon the serial port / mouse configuration). Click on [OK] to continue.
Figure 8
TERMINAL will open and appear on the screen. You may re-size or maximise the
screen at this point.
Figure 9
Click on the
Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be configured. Click on
“TERMINAL EMULATION” then select “ANSI” then click on [OK].
Figure 10
WINDOWS TERMINAL")
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Click on the Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on
“TERMINAL PREFERENCES” then select the options as shown in figure 11.
Finally click on [OK].
Figure 11
Click on the
Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on
“COMMUNICATIONS” then select the options as shown in figure 12. The choice
of COM port (COM1, COM2 etc) will...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/5671/81812/w64_aor_cu8232-rs232-unit-for-ar8000-and-ar2700_manual-1_d-9.png "Page 10
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Click on the Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on
“TERMINAL PREFERENCES” then select the options as shown in figure 11.
Finally click on [OK].
Figure 11
Click on the
Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the
communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on
“COMMUNICATIONS” then select the options as shown in figure 12. The choice
of COM port (COM1, COM2 etc) will...")
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- 2 - Thank you for purchasing the CU8232 computer control interface for the AR8000 receiver. Every effort has been made to make this manual correct and up to date. Due to continuous development of the product and by error or omission anomalies may be found and these are acknowledged. Most apparent faults are usually due to accidental mis-operation of the product, carefully read all of the manual and relevant sections in the AR8000 operating manual before deciding to return the interface for repair. This manual is protected by copyright AOR LTD 1994. No information contained in this manual may be copied or transferred by any means without the prior written consent of AOR LTD. AOR and the [AOR] logo are trade marks of AOR, LTD. All other trade marks and names acknowledged. E&OE. (C) 1994 AOR LTD. Japan. Index 1 General ................................................................. 3 2 Supplied accessories ............................................ 3 3 AR8000/CU8232 connection & clone .................... 3,4,5,6 4 Connection for RS232 operation ........................... 6,7 5 Communication parameters ................................... 8 6 WINDOWS TERMINAL ......................................... 8,9,10,11,12 7 How to send a command ....................................... 12 8 List of commands ................................................... 13 9 Command index ...................................................... 14,15 10 Explanation of commands ....................................... 16 - end Index
- 3 - (1) General The CU8232 interface allows computer control via the RS232 serial port of a computer. An additional piece of software will usually be required in order to address the computer’s serial port with the correct set of parameters. If using an IBM-PC or clone (with 80386 processor or higher) Microsoft WINDOWS “TERMINAL” may be used to address the computer’s serial port, configuration of “TERMINAL” is covered later in this manual. In order to gain the greatest flexibility, a specialist software package is desirable. It is planned to later introduce a Microsoft WINDOWS package to support the AR8000 receiver. The CU8232 interface also enables data to be copied between two AR8000 receiver when simultaneously connected to the CU8232. Memory, search and all data may be transferred enabling full CLONE of one receiver onto another. This may be accomplished without the use of a host computer and the interface is powered from the AR8000 receiver. (2) Supplied Accessories Please check that the following items are included in the package: Description Quantity CU8232 remote control interface box One Flat cable Two RS232C 9-pin to 25-pin adaptor One RS232C 9-pin male-Female adaptor One English language operating manual (this booklet) One (3) AR8000/CU8232 connection & clone 1.A ribbon cable is used to connect the AR8000 to the CU8232. One end of the ribbon cable has a reinforced plate, this is used at the AR8000 end of the connection. Insert one flat cable (they are both identical) into the CU8232 [PROGRAM] socket contact (metal) side downward. General : Accessories : Connection & clone
- 4 - Figure 1 The [PROGRAM] socket is the primary receiver connection used for computer control. This port also takes power from the receiver (when the AR8000 is switched On). Should you wish to CLONE data between two AR8000 receivers, connect the second ribbon cable to the socket labelled [COPY]. 2.Remove the battery compartment lid of the AR8000 using a downward sliding motion. Figure 2 Locate the remote control socket which is located at the bottom edge of the battery compartment. Insert the ribbon cable (with the reinforced plate) contact (metal) side downward. Figure 3 Connection & clone
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It may be difficult to insert the flat cable into the CU8232 socket for the first time
as they are necessarily quite tight. If this is the case, try inserting with a little
upward pressure, it should become easier the next time. DO NOT APPLY
EXCESSIVE STRESS TO THE FLAT CABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
A DC voltage is fed to the CU8232 by the AR8000 connected to the [PROGRAM]
socket. When the receiver is switched On, the AR8000 DATA is routed to the
RS232 connector.
If a second receiver is connected to the [COPY] socket and switched On, the
CU8232 recognises it’s presence and routes data between receivers and not to
the RS232 socket.
3.To CLONE data between two AR8000 receivers, connect each receiver to the
CU8232 using a ribbon cable as outlined above. Data may be transferred in
BOTH direction between the [PROGRAM] and [COPY] sockets.
Figure 4
4.Switch both receivers On and run the CLONE functions as detailed on page
102 section 19 of the English language operating manual.
Caution! Make sure that no low / flat batteries occur while the data clone is in
progress. Although no significant extra current is required for clone operations,
flat batteries may cause corrupted data transfer. It is advisable that the receivers
are both powered from their chargers (which were supplied with the receivers)
during clone operation.
5.If a data clone fails retry the procedures of clone operation after checking the
following:
¶ Make sure that all connections are correct and there is no loose contact.
¶ Ensure that one receiver is in TRANSMIT mode and the other is in
RECEIVE mode.
Connection & clone
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¶ Always press the [ENT] key of the AR8000 in RECEIVE mode first so that
it is ready to accept data.
¶ Press the [CLEAR] key of the receiver prior to the retry if the failure is
due to incorrect connections or an error in key sequence.
6.An alternative method may be used to connect two AR8000 receivers for data
CLONE. Two CU8232 interfaces may be employed with each AR8000
connected to the [PROGRAM] socket. The RS232 9-pin connectors are
linked using a three wire crossed cable:
CU8232 CU8232
Pin 2 Pin 3
Pin 3 Pin 2
Pin 5 Pin 5
No other pins are used.
Figure 5
(4) Connection for RS232 operation
The remote facility enables the AR8000 to be operated via a computer such as an
IBM-PC or similar, basic remote control terminal or dedicated software will be
required to address the AR8000 through the CU8232.
Switching the receiver On/Off, setting of volume and adjustment of squelch cannot
be achieved via the RS232 port.
Computers “always” generate RF noise which may interfere with the AR8000
reception if the standard helical rubber aerial is used. To reduce the effects of
noise, use of a remote aerial is highly recommended with good quality 50 OHM
coaxial cable employed.
Connection & clone : RS232
- 7 - Connect the AR8000 to the [PROGRAM] socket of the CU8232 as outlined earlier in section (3) and figure 1. Connection to a computer is via the rear panel RS232C 9-pin “D” type female socket. Should you require a male socket then a 9-pin gender changer is supplied in the package. Should you prefer to use a 25-way “D” type female socket, an adaptor is also supplied as standard. Always use a straight RS232 cable (null modem is not to be used!). The RS232 cable should be of good quality and no more than 2m in length. As the CU8232 is powered from the AR8000, excessive cable length may cause lost data between the AR8000 and computer. Connection for an IBM-PC or clone is as follows: CU8232 9-PIN IBM-PC 9-PIN 22 33 5 5 (Ground) All other pins not used but pins 4, 6 & 8 are linked together inside the CU8232. Some software requires the linking of CTS/RTS at the computer end of the cable (pins 7 & 8). CU8232 9-PIN IBM-PC 25-PIN 23 32 5 7 (Ground) All other pins not used but pins 4, 6 & 8 are linked together inside the CU8232. Some software requires the linking of CTS/RTS at the computer end of the cable (pins 4 & 5). Figure 6 RS232 operation
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(5) Communication parameters
Communication between the AR8000 and computer (via the CU8232) uses
semi-duplex. Refer to both the English language operating manual (page 101
section 18-1) and the computer handbook for correct settings.
Baud rate: 2400, 4800, 9600 selectable
Delimiter: CR or CR,LF selectable
Stop bit: 2 BIT
Parity check: None
The PC requires X-parameter flow control.
Both the computer and AR8000 must use the same parameters for correct
operation.
If data is regularly lost or corrupted, try using a slower speed such as 4800 or
2400 baud. Use of a slower baud rate should not greatly reduce overall
communications transfer rate since the processing time within the receiver and
PLL lock-time ultimately restricts the whole process.
Note: When changing BAUD rate, switch the AR8000 Off/On to
ensure the new speed is selected.
(6) Use of Microsoft WINDOWS “TERMINAL”
Assuming you have DOS and WINDOWS 3.1 (or later) loaded on an IBM-PC
compatible computer, WINDOWS “TERMINAL” may be used to address the
CU8232 and AR8000 receiver to enable basic remote operation.
Start WINDOWS by typing WIN at the DOS prompt. Locate the [TERMINAL]
ICON in the program manager ACCESSORIES group and double-click.
Figure 7
Communication parameters : WINDOWS TERMINAL
- 9 - If the terminal program has not be configured an error message will appear (depending upon the serial port / mouse configuration). Click on [OK] to continue. Figure 8 TERMINAL will open and appear on the screen. You may re-size or maximise the screen at this point. Figure 9 Click on the Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the communications and terminal parameters may be configured. Click on “TERMINAL EMULATION” then select “ANSI” then click on [OK]. Figure 10 WINDOWS TERMINAL
- 10 - Click on the Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on “TERMINAL PREFERENCES” then select the options as shown in figure 11. Finally click on [OK]. Figure 11 Click on the Settings heading toward the top of the screen so that the communications and terminal parameters may be re-configured. Click on “COMMUNICATIONS” then select the options as shown in figure 12. The choice of COM port (COM1, COM2 etc) will depend upon your computer serial port and mouse configuration. Finally click on [OK]. WINDOWS TERMINAL